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A renewed focus on trust-based philanthropy can revolutionize how we approach corporate social responsibility in volunteering and civic engagement. Points of Light is leading the charge through initiatives like our Corporate Service Council, where cutting-edge thinking and meaningful dialogue happen among key stakeholders, including our partners in this work, John Brothers and Briana Dorules. By convening industry leaders and facilitating important conversations, we ensure volunteering and civic engagement remain strong and impactful. On our recent call, we discussed how trust-based philanthropy is an approach to giving that addresses the inherent power imbalances between funders, nonprofits, and the communities they serve. At its core, trust-based philanthropy is about redistributing power—systemically, organizationally, and interpersonally—in service of a healthier and more equitable nonprofit ecosystem. Leaning into the benefits of trust-based philanthropy presents the opportunity to strengthen how volunteering is positioned to create a more equitable and engaged society. How are you engaging in community-based solutions in your philanthropic engagement?

The Aspen Institute is thrilled to announce the founding of the Center for Rising Generations at the Aspen Institute, thanks to a historic $185.7 million grant from the Bezos Family Foundation. Led by national education leader Kaya Henderson, the Center will take the Institute’s current commitment to young people to the next level with a vision of making civil dialogue, civic engagement, and leadership development an integral part of the journey to adulthood for young people in the United States and around the world. “This unprecedented investment from the Bezos Family Foundation is the largest gift ever made to the Aspen Institute. It will transform our ability to help young people reach their full potential—with all the benefits that brings to society as a whole—and we look forward to establishing new partnerships with all who seek to tap the dreams and talents of our rising generations,” said Dan Porterfield, President and CEO of the Aspen Institute. Learn more about the Center for Rising Generations and the Institute’s commitment to empowering youth and young adults: https://lnkd.in/eJmYdnxy

Volunteering is essential to every healthy, thriving community. It’s not just about giving back but also about enhancing personal well-being and fostering connections within our communities. In his article for The Associated Press, Albert Strumm underscores how volunteering can positively impact your health and why it’s essential for everyone to get involved: https://lnkd.in/eNtmAG6Z Points of Light's commitment to increasing volunteering is stronger than ever. By encouraging volunteerism, we create a more supportive and resilient community for all. You can go on our website to find volunteer opportunities today: https://lnkd.in/ein365SC

Please spread the word on this great #job listing on our AmeriCorps executive team. Join our dynamic team in the Immediate Office of the Department of the Chief Executive Officer in Washington, DC, as the Deputy Chief of Staff (DCOS). This pivotal role serves as an operational linchpin and strategic advisor, providing crucial operational, financial, and strategic leadership to align with the vision and goals of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and the agency's Strategic Plan. https://lnkd.in/eK5jrGhJ

Registration is now open for our “Designing & Implementing a Service-Learning Experience” course created in collaboration with Arizona State University! Join us in empowering educators and school leaders to #TransformEducation through service-learning. Enroll today at https://bit.ly/3X5Oojf

Meet #EverydayYoungHero Colin Bloom! As a dual South African-U.S. citizen, Colin was shocked by the low literacy rates of South African youth. To provide books to those in marginalized communities, he founded Libraries for Literacy and has created four libraries filled with books written in local languages, including Zulu, Xitsonga, Sepedi, and English! Read more about Colin's work at YSA.org/ColinBloom! #YouthService #YouthChangemakers

🗳️ The Youth Vote in 2024 🗳️ Explore CIRCLE - The Center for Information & Research on Civic Learning and Engagement research on young voters and the 2024 election, including: 📊 Youth Survey Results 📈 Youth Electoral Significance Index (YESI) Rankings 🔍 Read more: circle.tufts.edu #YouthVote #CivicEngagement #Elections2024